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HR-S5900U/5910UHR-S3900U/3910U

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

LPT0503-001A

For Customer Use:Enter below the Model No. andSerial No. which are located on therear of cabinet. Retain this

information for future reference.Model No.

Serial No.

TV CH +

TV

VO

L

TVCH

TVVO

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TV

CANCEL TIMER

S TAR T S TOP DA TE

PLAY

REW

REC STOP

SHUTTLEPLUS

PAUSE

FF

MENU OK

CH

POWER

TV/VCR

C.RESET

DBS DAILY(M-F)

AUX

WEEKLY

PROG

CHECK

PROG SP/EP SKIP SEARCH

DISPLAYA.MONITOR

CABLE/DBS

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

2

4

1

3

EXPRESS PROGRAMMING

MULTIBRANDREMOTECONTROL UNIT

MBRSET

A/B

TV CH +

TV

VO

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TVCH

TVVO

L

+

TV

CANCEL TIMER

S TAR T S TOP DA TE

PLAYREW

RECSTOP

SHUTTLEPLUS

PAUSE

FF

MENU OK

CH

POWER

TV/VCR

C.RESET

DBS DAILY(M-F)

AUX

WEEKLY

PROG

CHECK

PROG SP/EP SKIP SEARCH

DISPLAYA.MONITOR

CABLE/DBS

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

2

4

1

3

EXPRESS PROGRAMMING

MULTIBRANDREMOTECONTROL UNIT

MBRSET

A/B

HR-S5900U/5910U

HR-S3900U/3910U

VIDEO(MONO)LAUDIORS VIDEO

A.DUB

S-VHSET

FFREW

POWER

S P E P

VCR RE C PAU SE STO P/ EJ EC T

PLAY

+

CH /+PUSH /TURN

INSERT

24HR QUICKPROGRAM

REC LINK

VIDEO(MONO)LAUDIOR

DISPLAY

S-VHSET

FFREW

POWER

S P E P

VCR RE C PAU SE ST OP/ EJ ECT

PLAY

+

CH /+PUSH /TURN

SP/EP

24HR QUICK

PROGRAM

REC LINK

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2EN

Dear Customer,Thank you for purchasing the JVC S-VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautionscontained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR.

CAUTIONS

WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISUNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:This video cassette recorder should be used with AC120V`, 60Hz only.To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT useany other power source.

CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDEBLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRELA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNECORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER

JUSQU'AU FOND.

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateraltriangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence ofuninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure

that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electricshock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended toalert the user to the presence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.

Note to CATV system installer:This reminder is provided to call the CATV systeminstallers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC thatprovides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to thegrounding system of the building, as close to the point ofcable entry as practical.

CAUTION:Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void

users authority to operate the equipment.

Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this

video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings arepossible only with cassettes marked "S-VHS".By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back withS-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, JVC has determined that thisproduct or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelinesfor energy efficiency.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number :HR-S5900UHR-S5910UHR-S3900UHR-S3910U

Trade Name :JVCResponsible Party : JVC Americas Corp.Address :1700 Valley Road Wayne,

N.J. 07470Telephone Number :973-315-5000

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)

this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Failure to heed the following precautions may result indamage to the VCR, Remote or video cassette.

1. DO NOT place the VCR . . .... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or

humidity.... in direct sunlight.... in a dusty environment.... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are

generated.

... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.2. DO NOT block the VCRs ventilation openings.3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the

VCR or on the Remote.5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.

VCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of GemstarDevelopment Corporation.The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license fromGemstar Development Corporation.

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EN3IMPORTANT PRODUCT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. Butimproper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire

hazards. This product has been engineered and manufacturedto assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-insafeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation,use and servicing.

ATTENTION:Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on yourproduct and its operating instructions. For your safety, pleaseread all the safety and operating instructions before you operatethis product and keep this booklet for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than theother). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.This is a safety feature.If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, tryreversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contactyour electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do notdefeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-typeplug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will

only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safetyfeature.If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contactyour electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do notdefeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power SourcesOperate your product only from the type of power sourceindicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type ofpower supply to your home, consult your product dealer orlocal power company. If your product is intended to operatefrom battery power, or other sources, refer to the operatinginstructions.

3. OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integralconvenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire orelectric shock.

4. Power Cord ProtectionPower supply cords should be routed so that they are not likelyto be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or againstthem, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

5. VentilationSlots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation.To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect itfrom overheating, these openings must not be blocked orcovered. Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed,

sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a

bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or themanufacturers instructions have been adhered to.

6. Wall or Ceiling MountingThe product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only asrecommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNALEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION810-20)

GROUNDING

CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICEEQUIPMENT

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna GroundingIf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to theproduct, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so asto provide some protection against voltage surges and built-upstatic charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to propergrounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding ofthe lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconnectors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes, and requirements for the groundingelectrode.

2. LightningFor added protection for this product during a lightning storm,

or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods oftime, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antennaor cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due tolightning and power-line surges.

3. Power LinesAn outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinityof overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits,or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. Wheninstalling an outside antenna system, extreme care should betaken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits ascontact with them might be fatal.

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4 ENSERVICING

1. ServicingIf your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a markedchange in performance and you are unable to restore normaloperation by following the detailed procedure in its operatinginstructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or

removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or otherhazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing toqualified service personnel under the following conditions:a.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

product.c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.d.If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operating instructions as an improperadjustment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician torestore the product to its normal operation.e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performancethis indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the servicetechnician has used replacement parts specified by themanufacturer or which have the same characteristics as theoriginal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, askthe service technician to perform safety checks to determinethat the product is in safe operating condition.

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

The Index on pages 60 64 lists frequently-used terms, andthe number of the page on which they are used or explainedin the manual. This section also illustrates the controls andconnections on the front and rear panel, the front displaypanel and the Remote.

The mark signals a reference to another page for

instructions or related information. Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures areclearly indicated through the use of illustrations at thebeginning of each major section.

The illustrations used in this instruction manual is ofHR-S5900U/5910U, unless mentioned otherwise.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW

VCR . . .

. . . please read the sections/literature listed below. CAUTIONS on page 2 IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on the

previous page

USE

1. AccessoriesTo avoid personal injury: Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a childor adult, and serious damage to the product.

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tablerecommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Use a mounting accessory recommended by the

manufacturer and follow the manufacturers instructions forany mounting of the product.

Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds ordeep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart CombinationA product and cart combination shouldbe moved with care. Quick stops,excessive force, and uneven surfacesmay cause the product and cartcombination to overturn.

3. Water and MoistureDo not use this product near waterfor example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement,or near a swimming pool and the like.

4. Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into this product throughopenings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-

out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spillliquid of any kind on the product.

5. AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturerof this product as they may cause hazards.

6. CleaningUnplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Donot use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp clothfor cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (includingamplifiers) that produce heat.

PORTABLE CART WARNING(Symbol provided by RETAC)

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EN5CONTENTSINSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 6

Basic Connections ..................................6

INITIAL SETTINGS 8

Plug & Play Setting ................................ 8Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set ...................................8

Language Setting ...................................9Clock Setting........................................ 10

Preparations.............................................................10Setting clock semiautomatically Semiauto Clock Set ............................................. 11Setting clock manually Manual Clock Set ................................................12

Tuner Setting ....................................... 13Setting channels automatically Auto Channel Set ................................................13Setting channels manually Manual Channel Set ............................................14

Cable Box Control Setting .................... 15Installing Controller .................................................15Setting cable box output channel & brand ...............16

DBS Receiver Control Setting ................18Installing Controller .................................................18Setting DBS receiver output channel & brand ..........19

BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING 21

Basic Playback ....................................21To stop playback ......................................................21To rewind the tape ...................................................21To fast-forward the tape ...........................................21

To eject the tape ......................................................21To turn off the VCR ..................................................21

Basic Playback Features ......................22Changing display information ..................................22Checking tape position ............................................22Playing back tape repeatedly Repeat Play ...........22Adjusting tracking condition Tracking Adjustments ..........................................23Selecting monitor sound Audio Monitor ..............23Automatic operations after rewinding Next Function Memory .......................................23Locating beginning of recordings Index Search .......................................................24

Locating beginning of timer recordings Instant Review.....................................................24Basic Recording ...................................25

To pause recording ..................................................25To stop recording .....................................................25To rewind the tape (when it is not running) ..............25To fast-forward the tape (when it is not running) ......25To eject the tape ......................................................25To turn off the VCR ..................................................25

Basic Recording Features ..................... 26Changing display information ..................................26Specifying recording length Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ..............................26

Watching one program while recording another ......26Showing on-screen display ......................................27Recording on VHS tapes with S-VHS quality Super VHS ET......................................................27

SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK 28

Special Effect Playback ........................28Locating particular scene rapidly Picture Search .....................................................28Viewing still picture Still Picture Playback ...........29Skipping unwanted portions Skip Search .............29Viewing still picture frame by frame

Frame-by-Frame Playback ...................................29Viewing slow motion picture Slow Motion Playback ........................................29

TIMER RECORDING 30

VCR Plus+ Timer Programing .............. 30Changing VCR Plus+ Setting................32Express Timer Programing ................... 3424HR Quick Programing ......................36

Checking program settings .......................................37Canceling or changing program settings ..................37

When programs overlap each other .........................38

OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS 39

Useful Function Settings .......................39Satellite Auto Recording....................... 44Child Lock ............................................ 45

EDITING 46

Edit From Camcorder ........................... 46Edit To Or From Another VCR ...............48Audio Dubbing(ONLY FOR HR-S5900U/5910U) ...........49Insert Editing and AV Dubbing(ONLY FOR HR-S5900U/5910U) ...........50

MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL 52

TV Brand Setting ..................................52Cable Box Brand Setting ......................53DBS Receiver Brand Setting ..................54Changing Remote Control Code ............55

TROUBLESHOOTING 56Questions and answers ............................................59

INDEX 60List of terms .............................................................60Front panel (HR-S5900U/5910U) ............................61Front panel (HR-S3900U/3910U) ............................61Front display panel ..................................................62Rear panel ...............................................................63On-screen display....................................................63Remote ....................................................................64

SPECIFICATIONS 65

FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) 66

WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) 67

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INREMOTEPAUSE/AVCOMPU-LINK

OUT

R

LAUDIO

VIDEO

VHF/UHF

ANTENNA IN

TV OUT

CABLEBOX

IN OUTS

VIDEO

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR

TV OUT

RF cable (supplied)

Matching transformer(not supplied)

AC PowerCord

Audio/video cable(not supplied)

TV

ANTENNA IN(Antenna or cable input)

Back of VCR

To 75 ohm terminal

AC Outlet

Antenna or cable

Flat feeder

Coaxial cable

Basic Connections

AUDIO OUTVIDEO OUT

To Audio/video inputconnectors

S VIDEO OUT

S-video cable(supplied)

To S-video inputconnector

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1

Check contentsMake sure the package contains all of theaccessories listed in SPECIFICATIONS( pg. 65).

2

Situate VCR

Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.

3

Connect VCR to TVThe following connections are required.

RF Connection

1

Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV. 2

Connect the TV antenna cable to theANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of the VCR.

3 Connect the supplied RF cable between the TVOUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and theTVs antenna input terminal.

AV Connection (improves picture quality duringtape playback.)

If your TV is equipped with audio/video inputconnectors

1

Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown inthe illustration.

2

Connect an audio/video cable between theAUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear ofthe VCR and the audio/video input connectorson the TV.

S-video Connection (allows you to make the

most of the S-VHS picture performance.)

If your TV is equipped with an S-video inputconnector

1

Perform RF Connection and AVConnection above.

2

Connect an S-video cable between the S VIDEOOUT connector on the rear of the VCR and theS-video input connector on the TV.

4

Connect VCR to power sourceConnect the AC power plug to an AC outlet.

The clock and tuner channels willautomatically be set when the antenna isconnected and when the AC power cord is firstconnected to an AC power outlet ( pg. 8).(IfAuto or CH is displayed on the front displaypanel before the VCR is turned on, the clock andtuner channels are being set automatically. Waituntil the clock time is displayed on the front displaypanel before turning on the VCR.)

5

Set VCR channelPress POWER to turn off the VCR and press STOP/EJECT ( ) on the front panel for more than5 seconds. 3CH appears on the display panel.Press CH + and on the Remote to select 3CH or4CH for only RF connection, CH (OFF) for RF

and AV connection, then press OK. The VCR channel is preset to 3CH.

Set to 4CH if 3CH is used for broadcasting in yourarea. (To view the picture from this VCR throughthis channel, select the same channel on the TVwith the VCR channel setting on the VCR.)

You can now perform basic playback( pg. 21) or basic recording ( pg. 25).

NOTES: The VCR channel is the channel on which you can watch the

picture from the VCR on the TV when only using the RF

connection. Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your VCR

to your TV, you must also connect it using the RF cable. Thiswill ensure that you can record one show while watchinganother ( pg. 26).

For full identification of the VCRs rear panel, refer to theIndex ( pg. 63).

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INFORMATION IfAUTO CLOCK is set to ON on the Clock Set screen on page 11, the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host

channel every hour (except 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) using the incoming PBS channel clock setting data.(This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR is turned off. The clock will be adjusted just on thesehours on the time displayed on the front display panel, not on the actual real time.)The default setting ofAUTO CLOCK is ON.

If the memory backup fails, because a power outage occurs or because the AC power cord is unplugged, Plug & Play will beperformed when power is restored to the VCR.

Poor antenna or cable signal may prevent the VCR from receiving the Auto clock setting data from the PBS channel. If thisfunction is taking a considerable amount of time, it may be necessary to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Setprocedure.

What to do if Plug & Play setting failed If an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from

an adjacent time zone, or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. In this case, perform the Semiauto ( pg. 11) or

Manual Clock Set ( pg. 12) procedure. If- -:- - appears on the front display panel, your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR or there may not be a Host

PBS signal available in your area. Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly. Then turn on and off the VCR; the Plug& Play setting will be automatically reactivated.If Plug & Play setting is not performed though the antenna cable is connected correctly, perform Manual Clock Set ( pg. 12)and Auto Channel Set or Manual Channel Set ( pg. 13 or 14).

INITIAL SETTINGS

Plug & PlaySetting

This VCR sets the clock and tuner channelsautomatically when AC power cord is first connected toan AC outlet. The antenna cable must be connected forthe Plug & Play setting.The time and date can be set automatically by the clocksetting data transmitted from one of the regular TVbroadcast channels. We call this TV channel the hostchannel and it is a PBS channel in your area.

1

Perform Plug & Play setupConnect the antenna cable to the VCR ( pg.6). Then connect the AC power cord to an ACoutlet. Do not turn on the VCR.The clock and tuner channels will be setautomatically.

NOTES: Auto Clock Set is performed first.Autoblinks on the front display panel during Auto

Clock Set. Auto Channel Set is performed next. Auto Channel

Set scans all the channels that are receivable by yourVCR. During Auto Channel Set, the channel numbersare displayed as they are scanned and set.

When Plug & Play setting has been completesuccessfully, the correct clock time is displayed. If youperform Plug & Play setting successfully, there is noneed to perform the clock ( pg. 10) and tuner ( pg.13) settings. If, however, you want to add or deletechannels, refer to Manual Channel Set on page 14.

ATTENTION If you use a cable box, Plug & Play will not function; set

the clock and tuner channels separately. ( pg.10 14) It takes several minutes for the VCR to complete the Plug

& Play setting. Do not press any buttons on the front panel or on the

Remote while Plug & Play is in progress.

Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set

During Initial Auto Clock SetAuto blinks.

During Auto Channel SetThe channel numbers are displayedas they are scanned and set.

* If an incorrect clock time or : appears on the display panel, see What to do if Plug & Play setting failedbelow.

Plug & Play CompletedThe current time (includingAM/PM) is displayed.

VIDEO (MONO)LAUDIORS VIDEOA.DUB

S-VHSET

FFREW

POWER

R EC PAU SE S TO P/ EJ EC T

PLAY

+

CH /+PUSH / TURN

INSERT

24HR QUICKPROGRAM

RECLINK

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LanguageSetting

This VCR offers you the language choice to view menusand some messages (excluding the on-screen displaysuperimposed on the TV screen) in English, Spanishor French.Select the desired language using the following procedure.The default setting is ENGLISH.

1

Access Main Menu screenPress MENU.

2

Access Initial Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toINITIAL SET, thenpress OK or SHUTTLEPLUS#.

3

Select languagePress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toLANGUAGE, thenpress OK or SHUTTLEPLUS# repeatedly untilthe desired language isselected.

4 Return to normal screenPress MENU.

Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCRchannel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV.

MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SETTUNER SET

= INITIAL SET

PRESS (5,), THEN (OK)PRESS (MENU) TO END

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET=LANGUAGE ENGLISH

GUIDE CHANNEL SETCABLE BOX SETDBS RECEIVER SET

SELECT WITH (5,) AND (OK)PRESS (MENU) TO END

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4 5 6

7 8 9

0

2

4

1

3

1 4

2 3

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10EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Clock Setting Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been setcorrectly by the Plug & Play setting or if you use a cablebox.Access the Clock Set screen to perform the Semiauto orManual Clock Set. Each procedure starts from step

4

after preparation steps below are finished.

If you use a cable box, set the clock manually. (

pg. 12)

Preparations

1


2

Access Initial Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) to

INITIAL SET, thenpress OK or SHUTTLEPLUS#.

3

Select clock setPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toCLOCK SET, thenpress OK or SHUTTLEPLUS#.

CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLYappears on the screen for about 5 seconds, thenthe Clock Set screen appears.


MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SETTUNER SET

= INITIAL SET


INITIAL SET

=CLOCK SETLANGUAGE ENGLISHGUIDE CHANNEL SETCABLE BOX SETDBS RECEIVER SET

SELECT WITH (5,) AND (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

2

4

1

3

1 8

2 7

2 7

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EN11Setting clock semiautomatically Semiauto Clock Set

You can change the host channel/D.S.T. /time zonesetting manually.First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to thefollowing steps.

4

Set Auto Clock to ONPress SHUTTLE PLUS#to move the highlightbar to AUTO CLOCK,then press SHUTTLEPLUS%fi so that ONis selected.Then;To select the hostchannel go to step

5

.

To select the D.S.T. mode go to step 6

.To select the time zone go to step 7 .

NOTE:The time set previously will be erased whenAUTOCLOCK, HOST CH, D.S.T.orTIME ZONEsetting is changed.

5

Select host channelYou can either select AUTO or enter a PBSchannel number.Press SHUTTLE PLUS# to move the highlight bar

to HOST CH, then press SHUTTLE PLUS%fiuntil AUTO or the desired PBS channel numberis selected.

NOTE:Some PBS channels do not transmit clock setting data.

* Auto Daylight Saving TimeThis function enables automatic adjustment of the VCRs

clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time.With Auto DST activated, . . .. . . on the first Sunday of April at 2:00 AM, the clock isadjusted to 3:00 AM.. . . on the last Sunday of October at 2:00 AM, theclock is adjusted to 1:00 AM.

CLOCK SET

TIME DATE YEAR1:00PM 12/24 00 SUN

AUTO CLOCK : ONHOST CH : AUTO (CATV)D.S.T. : AUTOTIME ZONE : AUTOPRESS (5,), THEN (OK)PRESS (MENU) TO END

6

Select D.S.T. modeYou have three choices:AUTO Select if you want to adjust your VCR s

clock automatically by the incomingsignal from the host channel. (AutoDaylight Saving Time*)

ON Adjustment will be made by the built-inclock itself.

OFF Select when Daylight Saving Time doesnot apply to you.

Press SHUTTLE PLUS# to move the highlight barto D.S.T., then press SHUTTLE PLUS%firepeatedly until the desired setting is selected.

7

Select time zoneYou can select the time zone automatically ormanually.Press SHUTTLE PLUS# to move the highlight barto TIME ZONE, press SHUTTLE PLUS%firepeatedly until AUTO or the desired time zoneis selected.Each time you press the button, the time zonechanges as follows:

= AUTO= ATLANTIC= EASTERN

= CENTRAL= MOUNTAIN= PACIFIC

= ALASKA= HAWAII= (back to the beginning)

NOTE:If an incorrect clock time is displayed by the Plug &Play setting, you may be receiving the clock settingdata of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone orfrom an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system.If you selected "AUTO" for the host channel in step

5

,be sure to select the correct time zone manually.

8

Return to normal screenPress MENU.

IMPORTANTTurn off the VCR after performing Semiauto Clock Set.Autowill appear on the front display panel while theclock is being set. The current clock time will appearautomatically when the clock setting is complete.

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12EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

5

Set datePress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi until the desired dateappears, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS#.

Holding SHUTTLE PLUS%fi changes the datein 15-day intervals.

6

Set yearPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi until the desired yearappears, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS# twice.

7

Select D.S.T. modeYou can select either ON or OFF.ON Adjustment will be made by the built-in

clock itself.OFF Select when Daylight Saving Time does

not apply to you.Press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to select the desiredsetting.

8

Start clockPress MENU and normal screen appears.

To make corrections any time during the processPress OK or SHUTTLE PLUS# repeatedly until the itemyou want to change blinks, then press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi.

CLOCK SET

TIME DATE YEAR:AM 1/ 1 00AUTO CLOCK : ONHOST CH : AUTO (CATV)D.S.T. : AUTOTIME ZONE : AUTOPRESS (5,), THEN (OK)PRESS (MENU) TO END

Setting clock manually Manual Clock Set

First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to thefollowing steps.

4

Set time

Press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi until the desiredtime appears, then pressOK or SHUTTLE PLUS#.

Holding SHUTTLE PLUS%fi changes the timein 30-minute intervals.

When the time is entered manually, AUTOCLOCK is automatically set to OFF, and

HOST CH and TIME ZONE disappear.

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Tuner Setting Setting channelsautomatically Auto Channel SetUse Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been setcorrectly by the Plug & Play setting. If you want to addor delete channels, use Manual Channel Set ( pg. 14).

1


2

Access Tuner Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toTUNER SET, thenpress OK or SHUTTLEPLUS#.

3

Perform Auto Channel SetYou can automaticallyset the receivablechannels in your area inthe order of theirfrequencies.Press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toAUTO CHANNEL

SET, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

NOTES: When Auto Channel Set is complete, SCAN

COMPLETEDappears on screen. If the scan was unsuccessful, SCAN COMPLETED

NO SIGNALappears on screen. Check theconnections and start again.

4


INFORMATIONThe VCR selects the correct band (TV or CATV)automatically during Auto Channel Set.The selected band will be displayed on the right side ofBAND on the Tuner Set screen.


MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SET=TUNER SET

INITIAL SET


AUTO CHANNEL SET

SCANNING...

PRESS (MENU) TO END

TUNER SET

BAND CATV=AUTO CHANNEL SET

MANUAL CHANNEL SET


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14 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

2

Access Tuner Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move the highlightbar (arrow) to TUNER SET, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

3

Access Manual Channel Set screen

Press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toMANUAL CHANNELSET, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

4

Add or skip desired channelsTo add channels

1

Press the Number

keys to input achannel number youwant to add.

2 Press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS# toset to ADD.

3 Repeat 1 and 2 toadd other channels.

To skip channels

1

Press the Number keys or SHUTTLE PLUS%fito input a channel number you want to skip.

2 Press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # to set to SKIP. 3

Repeat 1

and 2

to skip other channels.

5


TUNER SET

BAND CATVAUTO CHANNEL SET

=MANUAL CHANNEL SET


MANUAL CHANNEL SET

(CATV)CH 45 ADD

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)OR (5,), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

Setting channels manually Manual Channel SetYou can add the channels you want or delete thechannels you do not want manually.

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CABLEBOX

The following procedure is required if you receive yourTV channels through a cable box (descrambler). TheController allows the VCR to automatically switch thecable box channel during timer recording. TheController is effective for recording broadcasts that havebeen programmed using VCR Plus+ ( pg. 30), Express

timer programing (

pg. 34) or 24HR quick programing( pg. 36).

NOTE:The Controller is not supplied with this unit. It can be requestedby mailing in the completed JVC Cable Mouse Certificate that isincluded with the accessory package.

Installing Controller

1

Situate ControllerPlace the Controller so that its transmitter isfacing the cable boxs remote sensor.

Make sure the path between the Controller andthe cable boxs remote sensor is not blocked.

2

Attach ControllerFix securely using the adhesive strip attached onthe back of the Controller.

3

Connect cable box to VCR

If your cable box does not have audio/videooutput connectorsConnect the RF output terminal on the cablebox to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear ofyour VCR.

If your cable box has audio/video outputconnectorsConnect an audio/video cable between theAUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear ofthe VCR and the audio/video output connectorson the cable box.

NOTE:When connecting your cable box, refer to its instructionmanual.

4

Connect Controller to VCRConnect the Controller to the CABLE BOXController connector on the rear panel.

Cable BoxControl

SettingSuggested locationPlace the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCR sController to the top of the VCR with the Controller stransmitter pointed towards the cable boxs remotesensor.

ATTENTION:The Controller can also control a DBS receiver. If both a cable

box and a DBS receiver are used, position the Controller so itssignal reaches the remote sensors on both the cable box andDBS receiver.

How to control the cable boxThis VCR has two separate methods to control your cablebox. The VCRs wireless Remote can control your cable box.

This eliminates the need for a separate cable boxsRemote.

The VCRs Controller can also control your cable box.This allows the VCR to change your cable box s channelnumber during timer recording.

Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCRsRemote, refer to page 53. To set up the Controller, go topage 16.

Cable box

Cable box

Your VCRController(suggestedlocations)

Transmitter

Your VCR

ToANTENNA

IN

ToAUDIO/VIDEO IN

ToRF output

ToAudio/Video

output

or

Controller

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16 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCRchannel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV. 2

Access Main Menu screen on VCRPress MENU.

3

Access Initial Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move the highlightbar (arrow) to INITIAL SET, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

4

Access Cable Box Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toCABLE BOX SET,then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

5 Select cable box output channelYour selection dependson how your cable boxis connected to yourVCR.

If your cable box isconnected to yourVCRs ANTENNA INterminal on the rearPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilthe channel number representing the cableboxs output (CH2 CH9) appears on thescreen.

If your cable box is connected to your VCR sAUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panelPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilON F-1 (FRONT) appears on the screen.

If your cable box is connected to your VCR sAUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear panelPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilON L-1 (REAR) appears on the screen.

If you do not use a cable boxPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote until

OFF appears on the screen.

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SETLANGUAGE ENGLISHGUIDE CHANNEL SET

=CABLE BOX SETDBS RECEIVER SET


CABLE BOX SET

OFF


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Setting cable box outputchannel & brandAfter installation, set the cable box outputs channel andits brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot

work correctly.

1

Turn on cable boxSelect a channel other than channel 9 on yourcable box.

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6

Access Cable Box Brand Set screenPress OK.

7

Enter cable box brandPress the appropriateNumber keys to enter

the brand code from thelist shown to the right,then press OK.

If the cable boxschannel changes to 9,setting is completePress OK and CABLEBOX CONTROL ISON appears on thescreen for about 5seconds, then it

returns to the normalscreen. If the cable box's channel does not change to 91 Press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move the

highlight bar (arrow) to NO.2 Press OK.3 Repeat step

7

until the cable boxs channelchanges to 9 by entering another code.

4 If the channel does not change after goingthrough all the code numbers listed for yourmodel of cable box, then try all the othernumbers between 1 and 25.

CABLE BOX BRAND LIST

BRAND CODE

ARCHER 1, 5, 17CABLETENNA 1, 17CABLEVIEW 15, 16, 17, 21, 25CITIZEN 15, 16, 17, 21, 25CURTIS 2, 8DIAMOND 1, 17EASTERN 19GC BRAND 15, 16, 17, 21, 25GEMINI 15GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28HAMLIN 10, 18, 19, 23JASCO 15JERROLD 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28NOVAVISION 2, 8OAK 7, 20PANASONIC 13, 14PULSER 15, 16, 17, 21, 25RCA 13, 14REGAL 10, 18, 19, 23

REGENCY 19REMBRANDT 1, 16, 17SAMSUNG 5, 16, 24SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 2, 8SIGMA 7, 20SL MARX 5, 16, 17, 24, 25SPRUCER 13, 14STARGATE 5, 15, 16, 17, 21, 24, 25TELEVIEW 5, 16, 24TOCOM 1, 4, 16UNIKA 1, 17UNIVERSAL 16, 17, 25VIDEOWAY 3, 9, 22ZENITH 3, 9, 22

If the VCRs clock has not been set (with AUTOCLOCK set to ON)CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY appears forabout 5 seconds when you press OK in step

6

, then theClock Set screen appears.Perform Manual Clock Set on page 12. If you press MENU

after the clock has been set, the Cable Box Brand Setscreen appears.

CABLE BOX BRAND SET

1

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)THEN (OK) TO TEST

PRESS (MENU) TO END

NOTES: The Controller may not work with all types of cable box.

If your cable box does not respond to any code between 1and 25, you cannot use the Controller to change cable boxchannels. In this case, make sure to leave the cable boxturned on and tuned to the proper channel before thescheduled start time of timer recording.Contact your cable company about the possibility ofexchanging your current cable box with the one compatiblewith your VCR.

The VCR can only change the cable box channel through theController during timer recording.

If your cable box cannot be operated with a remote control(because it has no remote sensor), you cannot use theController to change its channels. Make sure to leave the

cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel beforethe scheduled start time of timer recording.

If the VCRs memory backup expires because of a powerfailure, set the cable box output channel and brand again.

For customers in U.S.A.:If you are unable to set theController, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-537-5722.

CABLE BOX BRAND SET

1

DID YOUR CABLE BOXCHANGE TO CHANNEL 09?

= YESNO

PRESS (5,), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

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18EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)The following procedure is required if you receive satellitechannels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite)receiver. The Controller allows the VCR to automaticallyswitch the DBS receivers channels during timer recording.

NOTES:

The Controller is not supplied with this unit. It can berequested by mailing in the completed JVC Cable MouseCertificate that is included with the accessory package.

The VCR can automatically change the DBS receiverchannels using the Controller when the VCR has beenprogramed using Express timer programing ( pg. 34) or24HR quick programing ( pg. 36).Because satellite programing does not use PlusCode, theController cannot change the DBS receiver channels duringVCR Plus+ timer recording.

If a cable box is also used, it is recommended that you connectthe DBS receiver to your VCRs audio/video input connectorsand the cable box to your VCRs antenna input terminal.

Installing Controller

1

Situate ControllerPlace the Controller so that its transmitter isfacing the DBS receivers remote sensor.

Make sure the path between the Controller andthe DBS receivers remote sensor is notblocked.

2

Attach Controller

Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached onthe back of the Controller.

3

Connect DBS receiver to VCR

If your DBS receiver does not have audio/video output connectorsConnect the RF output terminal on the DBSreceiver to the ANTENNA IN terminal on therear of your VCR.

If your DBS receiver has audio/video outputconnectors

Connect an audio/video cable between theAUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear ofthe VCR and the audio/video output connectorson the DBS receiver.

NOTE:When connecting your DBS receiver, refer to itsinstruction manual.

4

Connect Controller to VCRConnect the Controller to the CABLE BOXController connector on the rear panel.

DBS ReceiverControl SettingSuggested locationPlace the DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver on topof the VCR. Attach the VCRs Controller to the top of theVCR with the Controllers transmitter pointed towardsthe DBS receivers remote sensor.

ATTENTION:The Controller can also control a cable box. If both a DBSreceiver and a cable box are used, position the Controller so itssignal reaches the remote sensors on both the DBS receiver andcable box.

How to control the DBS receiverThis VCR has two separate methods to control your DBS receiver. The VCRs wireless Remote can control your DBS receiver. This eliminates the need for a separate DBS receiver s Remote. The VCRs Controller can also control your DBS receiver. This allows the VCR to change your DBS receiver s channel number

during timer-recording.Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCRs Remote, refer to page 54. To set up the Controller, go to page 19.

CABLE

BOX

DBS receiver

DBS receiver

Your VCRController(suggestedlocations)

Transmitter

Your VCR

ToANTENNA IN

ToAUDIO/VIDEO IN

ToRF output

ToAudio/Videooutput

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Controller

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EN19Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCRchannel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV.

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SETLANGUAGE ENGLISHGUIDE CHANNEL SETCABLE BOX SET

=DBS RECEIVER SET


DBS RECEIVER SET

OFF


2

Access Main Menu screen on VCRPress MENU.

3

Access Initial Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move the highlightbar (arrow) to INITIAL SET, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

4

Access DBS Receiver Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toDBS RECEIVER SET,then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

5 Select DBS receiver output channelYour selection dependson how your DBSreceiver is connected toyour VCR.

If your DBS receiveris connected to yourVCRs ANTENNA INterminal on the rearPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilthe channel number representing the DBSreceivers output (CH3 or CH4) appears on the

screen. If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCRs

AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panelPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilON F-1 (FRONT) appears on the screen.

If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCRsAUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear panelPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilON L-1 (REAR) appears on the screen.

If you do not use a DBS receiverPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi on the Remote untilOFF appears on the screen.

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Setting DBS receiver outputchannel & brandAfter installation, set the DBS receivers output channeland its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot

work correctly.

1

Turn on DBS receiverSelect a channel other than channel 55, 100 or205 on your DBS receiver.

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6

Access DBS Receiver Brand Set screenPress OK.

7

Enter DBS Receivers brandPress the appropriateNumber keys to enter

the brand code from thefollowing list, thenpress OK.The program currentlyreceived through theDBS receiver appearsfor about 10 seconds.

If the DBS receivers channel changes to thechannel listed below for your brand, setting iscomplete

JVC= 100ECHOSTAR= 100PRIMESTAR = 55SONY= 205RCA= 205

Press OK and DBSRECEIVER CONTROLIS ON appears on thescreen for about 5seconds, then itreturns to the normalscreen.

If the DBS receiverschannel does not change as shown above1 Press SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move the

highlight bar (arrow) to NO.2 Press OK.3 Re-enter the correct code.

NOTES: The Controller may not work with all types of DBS receiver. If your DBS receiver does not respond to the code, you

cannot use the Controller to change satellite channels. In thiscase, make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on andtuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time oftimer recording.

The VCR can only change the satellite channel through theController during timer recording.

If your DBS receiver cannot be operated with a remote

control (because it has no remote sensor), you cannot use theController to change its channels. Make sure to leave the DBSreceiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before thescheduled start time of timer recording.

For customers in U.S.A.:If you are unable to set theController, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-537-5722.

BRAND CODE

JVC (DISH Network) 51ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) 51PRIMESTAR 50SONY (DSS) 41RCA (DSS) 40

DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET

4 0

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)THEN (OK) TO TEST

PRESS (MENU) TO END

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

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EN21BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING

BasicPlayback

This VCR can check the tape condition during playback(and recording), and realizes the best possible pictures.

1

Load a cassetteMake sure the window side is up, the rear labelside is facing you and the arrow on the front of

the cassette is pointing towards the VCR.Do not apply too much pressure when inserting.

The VCR turns on automatically. The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00. If the cassettes record safety tab has been

removed, playback begins automatically.

2

Start playbackPress PLAY ( 3).

Tape speed (SP or EP) is automatically detected. The S-VHS indicator lights up when you play

back a tape recorded in S-VHS mode or in S-VHS ET mode ( pg. 27) If VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to ON

(default setting: pg. 40), VIDEOCALIBRATION appears on the screen, and thisVCR checks the tape condition duringautomatic tracking. If the tape ends during playback or fast-forward

search, the cassette indication blinks fora few seconds and the VCR starts rewinding thetape automatically.

To stop playback

Press STOP ( 7) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 )on the front panel.

To rewind the tape

Press REW (1) (or turn the JOG dial on the frontpanel to the left).

To fast-forward the tape

Press FF () (or turn the JOG dial on the front panelto the right).

To eject the tape

Press STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 ) on the front panel when thetape is not running. You can also eject the cassette with the VCR turned off.

To turn off the VCR

Press POWER.


Clean the video heads using a drycleaning cassette TCL-2UX when:

Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is playedback.

The picture is unclear or no picture appears. USE CLEANING CASSETTE appears on the screen

(only with SUPERIMPOSE set to ON: pg. 39,40.)

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S-VHSET

FFREW

POWER

R EC P AU SE S TO P/ EJ EC T

PLAY

+

CH /+

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24HRQUICK

PROGRAM

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BasicPlayback

Features

Changing display information

Press DISPLAY during playback.Each time you press the button, the front display panelshows the time counter, tape remaining time and theclock time in sequence.

To display the VCR status including the tape remainingtime, the time counter and the clock time on the TVscreen, see Showing on-screen display ( pg. 27). The approximate tape remaining time appears and the

" " indicator lights on the front display panel. The tape remaining time is calculated based on the

tape speed (SP or EP) being used. The indicated

remaining time is only an estimate.

To reset the time counter, press C. RESET on theRemote. The counter reading becomes 0:00:00. It isalso reset when a tape is inserted.

Checking tape position

The tape position indicatorappears on screen in thefollowing cases:

When you change the VCRoperation mode from thestop mode to fast forward orrewind mode.When you perform an Index

Search ( pg. 24) or Instant Review ( pg. 24).

The position of in relation to B (Beginning) or E(End) shows you where you are on the tape.

NOTES: "SUPERIMPOSE" must be set toON, or the indicator will

not appear ( pg. 39, 40).

It may take a few seconds for the tape position indicator to bedisplayed.

Playing back tape repeatedlyRepeat Play

You can play back a tape repeatedly (100 times).

While playing back a tape, press and hold PLAY ( 3 )for more than 5 seconds.The play indicator ( # ) on the front display panel startsflashing slowly, and a tape will be played back

100 times.To stop playback, press STOP ( 7) on the Remote orSTOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 ) on the front panel.

C

A

COUNT 0:33:27

B E+ + +

B

Time Counter Tape Remaining Time

Clock Time

BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING (cont.)

VIDEO(MONO)L AUDIORS VIDEO

S-VHSET

FFREW

POWER


PLAY

+

CH /+PUSH / TURN

24HR QUICKPROGRAM

REC LINK A.DUB

INSERT

STOP/EJECT( 7 /0 )

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EN23Adjusting tracking condition Tracking Adjustments

Automatic tracking adjustmentThis VCR automatically adjusts the tracking condition.Whenever you insert a tape and start playback,

automatic tracking starts working and continuouslyanalyzes the signal to enable optimum picture qualityduring playback.

Manual tracking adjustmentIf automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well duringplayback, use the manual tracking following theprocedures below. You can also use the manual tracking during slow

motion playback ( pg. 29).

1Activate manual trackingPress SP/EP on the Remote during playback.

2 Eliminate the noises on the TV screenPress CH + or on the Remote. Press it briefly for a fine adjustment, or press and

hold for coarse adjustment. Watch the screen andcontinue adjustment until optimum picture andsound quality are achieved. To reactivate automatic tracking, press SP/EP on

the Remote. The automatic tracking becomesactive again.

Selecting monitor soundAudio Monitor

You can select the desired monitor sound.

While playing back a tape on which stereo sound or SAPsound is recorded, press A. MONITOR on the Remote.

Each time you press the button, sound changes as follows:

HI-FI: Normally select this.Hi-Fi sound is played back.

HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back.HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back.NORM:Sound on the normal track is played back.

NORM HI-FI:Both sounds on the Hi-Fi track and normaltrack are mixed and played back.

NOTES: The above indication appears whenSUPERIMPOSEis set to

ON( pg. 39, 40), though the monitor sound changes insequence.

If the tape being played back has no Hi-Fi sound track, thenormal sound track will be heard regardless of this setting.

If RF connection (

pg. 7) is used for viewing pictures on theTV, sound will be monaural even though you selectHI-FI. You can also use the menu to select your desired monitor

sound. ( pg. 42)

Automatic operations afterrewinding Next Function Memory

The Next Function Memory tells the VCR what to doafter rewinding is complete. Ensure that the VCR is in stop mode.

a For Automatic Playback StartPress REW (1 ), then press PLAY ( 3 ) within2 seconds.

b For Automatic Power OffPress REW (1 ), then press POWER within2 seconds.

c For Automatic Timer StandbyPress REW (1 ), then press TIMER within2 seconds.

NOTE:It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer Standby functionif the cassettes record safety tab is removed.

NORMNORMHI-FI

HI-FI HI-FI L HI-FI R

D E

F

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24 EN BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING (cont.)

Locating beginning ofrecordings Index Search

Index codes are placed on the tape at the beginning ofeach recording when recording on this VCR. You canfind and automatically play back from the beginning of

any recording using the Index Search function.1 Start search

While the tape is not running, press SHUTTLE PLUS4 or on the Remote.

2 Access distant codeTo access a recording of 2 to 9 index codes away,press SHUTTLE PLUS4 or repeatedly untilthe correct number is displayed on screen (only ifSUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ; pg. 39, 40).Playback begins automatically when the desiredrecording is located.

If you want to find the very beginning of thedesired program, press REW (1) or FF ()after playback starts.

NOTE:An index code is not placed on the tape when recording isresumed from recording pause.

Locating beginning of timerrecordings Instant Review

At the press of a button, you can turn on the VCR,rewind the tape and begin to view the most recent timer-recorded program.

After ensuring that the VCR is turned off and that thetimer mode is disengaged, press REVIEW.

The VCR turns on, and rewinds to the index codeindicating the beginning of the last timer-recordedprogram, then begins playback automatically. You can access a program of 2 to 9 index codes away

from the current position on the tape. If, for example,you have 5 programs recorded and you want to watchthe third one, press REVIEW three times. If you want to find the very beginning of the desired program,

press REW (1) or FF () after playback starts. If the tape is already rewound when REVIEW is

pressed, it will play the tape from the beginning. It willnot fast-forward to an index code. The Instant Review function will also operate if the

VCR is turned on.

G

H

Other Useful functions for playbackYou can also use the following functions for recording.

Video Calibration ( pg. 40)When this function is set to ON, this VCR checks thecondition of the tape in use during playback andrecording, and compensates to provide the highest-

possible pictures.

Picture Control ( pg. 40)This function helps you to adjust the playback picturequality according to your preference.

Video Stabilizer ( pg. 41)You can automatically correct vertical vibrations in thepicture when playing back unstable recordings made onanother VCR.

Blue Back ( pg. 41)When this function is set to ON, the TV screen becomesall blue in the following cases: When receiving a channel not in use. When stopping playback.

Current positionon the tape

Beginning of the currentprogram recorded

Beginning of the 2nd nextprogram recorded

1 1 22 3

Previousprogramrecorded

Nextprogramrecorded

2nd next

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BasicRecording

2

Select recording channel

On the front panel:Push the JOG dial, then turn it to the left or right.

On the Remote:a Press CH + or .

orb Press the Number keys.

If you connect the TV and the VCR only usingthe RF connection, press TV/VCR on the Remoteso that the VCR mode indicator lights on the frontdisplay panel, to view the program to be recorded.

3

Set tape speedPress SP/EP to set the recording speed.

4

Start recording

On the front panel:Press REC ( ).

On the Remote:While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ).

IfVIDEO CALIBRATION is set to ON(default setting: pg. 40), this VCR checks thetape condition for about seven seconds, thenstarts recording. This means that the first sevenseconds of the program will not be recorded. Ifthis is inconvenient for you, follow the stepsbelow:

1 Press REC ( ) and PAUSE ( 8 ) to startVideo Calibration.

2

Then press PLAY ( 3 ) to start recordingafter Video Calibration is complete.

To pause recording

Press PAUSE ( 8). To resume recording, press PLAY ( 3).

To stop recording

Press STOP ( 7) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 )on the front panel.

To rewind the tape (when it is not running)Press REW (1) (or turn the JOG dial on the frontpanel to the left).

To fast-forward the tape (when it is not running)

Press FF () (or turn the JOG dial on the front panelto the right).

To eject the tape

Press STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 ) on the front panel when thetape is not running. You can also eject the cassette with the VCR turned off.

To turn off the VCR

Press POWER.

It may be unlawful to record or play backcopyrighted material without the consent of thecopyright owner.


This VCR can check the tape condition during recording(and playback), and realizes the best possible pictures.

1

Load a cassetteMake sure the record safety tab is intact. If not,cover the hole with adhesive tape beforeinserting the cassette.

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BasicRecording

Features

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Changing display information

Press DISPLAY during recording or recording pause.Each time you press the button, the front display panelshows the time counter, channel number, tape remainingtime and the clock time in sequence.

To display the VCR status including the tape remainingtime, the time counter and the clock time on the TVscreen, see Showing on-screen display ( pg. 27). The approximate tape remaining time appears and the

" " indicator lights on the front display panel. The tape remaining time is calculated based on the

tape speed (SP or EP) being used. The indicated

remaining time is only an estimate.To reset the time counter, press C. RESET on theRemote. The counter reading becomes 0:00:00. It isalso reset when a tape is inserted.

Specifying recording lengthInstant Timer Recording (ITR)

You can easily specify the recording length from30 minutes to 6 hours and the VCR shuts off afterrecording is finished.

During recording, press REC ( ) on the front panelrepeatedly until the recording length you want appearson the front display panel.The (record) indicator starts flashing.Each time you press the button, recording lengthincreases in 30-minute intervals (up to 6 hours).

To cancel an ITR, press STOP ( 7) on the Remote orSTOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 ) on the front panel.

Watching one program while

recording another1 Engage TV modeDuring recording... If you connect the TV and the VCR only using

the RF connection ( pg. 7) to view picturesfrom the VCRPress TV/VCR on the Remote so that VCR modeindicator goes off from the front display panel.(The TV broadcast being recorded disappears.) If you are using the AV connection ( pg. 7) to

view pictures from the VCR, change the TVs

input mode from AV to TV.2 Select channel for viewing

Select the channel, you want to watch, on the TV.

Time Counter Tape Remaining Time

Clock Time Channel No.

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BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING (cont.)

Accidental erasure preventionTo prevent accidental

recording on a recordedcassette, remove its recordsafety tab.To record on it later, coverthe hole with adhesive tape.

Record safety tab


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Showing on-screen display

When SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ( pg. 39, 40),you can see the current VCR status on the TV screen. For more detailed information about the on-screen

display, see page 63.

1 Display VCR status on TV screenDuring recording orrecording pause, pressOSD.All indicationscorresponding to thecurrent VCR status aredisplayed for 5 seconds.The time counter remainson the screen indicating the elapsed time.

The indications are not recorded.

2 Exit on-screen displayPress OSD again.

NOTE: If the VCR is in recording pause mode, RECORD/PAUSEis

always displayed. The VCR status can be also displayed during playback.

Recording on VHS tapes withS-VHS quality Super VHS ET

This function allows you to record on VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality. Tapes recorded using this functioncan be played back on a VCR equipped with the S-VHSET function. You can activate this function only before you start

recording on a VHS tape. Before recording, make sure VIDEO CALIBRATION

is set to ON. ( pg. 40)

1 Select S-VHS ET modePress S-VHS ET on the front panel. The S-VHS ETlamp lights up.

The S-VHS indicator lights on the front displaypanel. To disengage the S-VHS ET mode, press S-VHS ET.

The lamp goes off.

2 Start recordingOn the front panel:Press REC ( ).

On the Remote:While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ).

Other useful functions for recordingYou can also use the following functions for recording.

Video Calibration ( pg. 40)When this function is set to ON, this VCR checks thecondition of the tape in use during playback andrecording, and compensates to provide the highest-

possible pictures.

Second Audio Recording ( pg. 41)This VCRs built-in MTS decoder enables reception ofMultichannel TV Sound broadcast.

To record a SAP program received, set 2ND AUDIO

RECORD to ON using the menu screen.NOTE:When the channel is changed on the VCR; TheSTEREOindication appears on the screen for about

5 seconds if the program is a stereo broadcast.

TheSAPindication appears on the screen for about5 seconds if the program is a SAP broadcast.

Both indications appear when a stereo program isaccompanied by SAP sound.

S-VHS Recording Mode ( pg. 42)This VCR allows you to record on an S-VHS tape with VHSpicture quality.

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NOTES: You cannot activate the S-VHS ET function...

while recording is in progress. while timer-recording or Instant Timer Recording ( pg.

26) is in progress. while Video Calibration ( pg. 40) is in progress.

S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes. To keep the highest quality recording and playback pictures

over a long period of time, S-VHS recording on S-VHS tapesis recommended.

Use of high grade tapes are recommended for S-VHS ETrecordings.On some tapes, picture quality will not improves even if theS-VHS ET function is used. Check the recording qualitybefore you start important recordings.

You can play back S-VHS ET recordings on most of S-VHSVCRs and of VHS VCR equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASIPLAYBACK) function. (Notice some VCRs are not compatiblewith this function.)

While playing back a tape recorded with this function onsome tapes, noise may appear. (If playback picture becomesblurred or interrupted, use a cleaning cassette.)

During special effect playback ( pg. 28), noise may appear.If special effect playback is performed frequently on a taperecorded with this function, the tape may be damaged andpicture may be deteriorated.

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Special EffectPlayback

Locating particular scenerapidly Picture Search

7 High-Speed Picture Search:You can rapidly locate a particular scene on the tape.

On the front panel:

Possible during normal playback.To do forward picture search, turn the JOG dial quicklyto the right.To do reverse picture search, turn the JOG dial quicklyto the left. If you release the dial, picture search continues.

On the Remote:Possible during normal playback or still pictureplayback.To do forward picture search, press FF ( ).To do reverse picture search, press REW ( ).

If you press and hold the button for more than2 seconds, simply releasing it cancels the picturesearch, and normal playback resumes.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3).

7 Variable-Speed Picture Search:Possible during normal playback.You can change the speed of picture search.

How to use the JOG dial on the front panel:Turn the JOG dial to the right (forward search) or to theleft (reverse search).Each time the JOG dial passes a click position, picturesearch speed changes (see the diagram below).If you release the dial, picture search continues. The speed of picture search is determined by the

number of click stops of the JOG dial.

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Viewing still picture frame byframe Frame-by-Frame Playback

On the front panel:During normal playback:Push the JOG dial or press PAUSE ( 8) to pause.

To advance a still picture, turn the JOG dial to the right.To reverse a still picture, turn the JOG dial to the left.

On the Remote:During normal playback:Press PAUSE ( 8) to pause.To advance a still picture, press SHUTTLE PLUS (orPAUSE ( 8 )) repeatedly.To reverse a still picture, press SHUTTLE PLUS4repeatedly.


Viewing slow motion picture Slow Motion Playback

On the front panel:During normal playback:Turn the JOG dial to the first or second click-stop to theleft (forward slow motion) or to the third or fourth click-stop to the left (reverse slow motion) so that slow motionplayback starts. If you release the dial, slow motionplayback continues. Holding PAUSE ( 8) for more than 2 seconds also

starts forward slow motion playback.

On the Remote: During normal playback:Press SHUTTLE PLUS4 to decrease the playbackspeed.Each time you press the button, the speed decreases(toward reverse slow motion playback, then reversepicture search). Holding PAUSE ( 8) for more than 2 seconds also


To resume normal playback, press PLAY (3

).

During still picture playback:Press and hold SHUTTLE PLUS to start forward (orSHUTTLE PLUS4 to start reverse) slow motionplayback. When you release the button, slow motionplayback stops and a still picture appears. Holding PAUSE ( 8) for more than 2 seconds also



NOTE:Manual tracking is possible during slow motion playback.During slow motion playback, simply pressCH + or on theRemote to adjust tracking.

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DHow to use the SHUTTLE PLUS buttons on the Remote:To do forward picture search, press SHUTTLE PLUS repeatedly.Each time you press the button, the search speedincreases. To decrease the speed while forward picture search

(toward normal playback, then reverse picture search),press SHUTTLE PLUS4 repeatedly.

To do reverse picture search, press SHUTTLE PLUS4repeatedly.Each time you press the button, the search speedincreases while reverse picture search. To decrease the speed while reverse picture search

(toward normal playback, then forward picturesearch), press SHUTTLE PLUS repeatedly.


Viewing still picture Still Picture Playback

On the front panel:Push the JOG dial during normal playback.

On the front panel or the Remote:Press PAUSE ( 8 ) during normal playback.Playback is freezed and a still picture appears.


NOTE:To obtain a noiseless still picture, it may be necessary to adjusttracking in slow motion playback before starting still pictureplayback.

Skipping unwanted portions Skip Search

You can skip over (view at high speed) unwantedportions of the tape.

Press SKIP SEARCH once to 4 times during playback.

Each press initiates a 30-second period of high speedplayback (up to 2 minutes). When the specified portionof the tape is skipped, normal playback resumesautomatically.To return to normal playback during Skip Search, pressPLAY(3).

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VCR Plus+

Timer

ProgramingTurn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCRchannel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV.

Timer recording allows you to program the VCR toautomatically record a broadcast at some future time.Up to 8 timer recording programs can be made usingVCR Plus+ timer programing, Express timer programing( pg. 34) or 24HR quick programing method( pg. 36) as far as a year in advance.

The VCR Plus+ timer programing system eliminates theneed to input channel, date, start and stop time datawhen programing timer recording settings. Simply key inthe PlusCode number for the TV broadcast you wish torecord and the VCRs timer will be automaticallyprogramed. (The PlusCode programing numbers are thenumbers next to the program in most TV listing.)

1

Load a cassetteMake sure the record safety tab is intact. If not,cover the hole with adhesive tape, then load itinto the VCR.

The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset,automatically.

2

Access PlusCode No. screenPress PROG. on theRemote.

The clock must be setto access the VCRPlus+ screen.If you have not set theclock, the Main Menu

screen appears after an error message isdisplayed. Refer to page 8 for the Plug & Playsetting or page 10 for the clock settingprocedure.

3

Enter PlusCode numberPress the appropriateNumber keys to inputthe PlusCode numberprinted in the TVlistings for the TVbroadcast you wish torecord, then press OK.

Then;If the Guide Channel Set screen appears

go to step4

.If the VCR Plus+ Program screen appears

go to step 5 .

To make corrections, press CANCEL and inputthe correct PlusCode number.

PLUSCODE NO.

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)PRESS (+/) TO SET

EXPRESS PROGRAMMINGPRESS (PROG.) TO END

PLUSCODE NO.123

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)THEN (OK)

PRESS (PROG.) TO END

TIMER RECORDING

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PROGRAM 1(PLUSCODE NO. 12345678)

START STOP8:00PM = 10:00PMDATE CH

12/24/00 12 SP

SUNPRESS (8=DAILY, 9=WEEKLYSTOP+/ = STOP TIME, SP/EP)PRESS (PROG.) TO END

4

Input receiving channel numberThe guide channelnumber, which isassigned to the TV orcable station for thePlusCode number that

you entered in step 3 ,will appearautomatically on theGuide Channel Set screen.Press the Number keys (or CH +/ or SHUTTLEPLUS%fi) to input the number of the channel onwhich the broadcast for the PlusCode number isreceived on the VCR or cable box, then pressOK.

The Guide Channel Set screen appears onlywhen you input the PlusCode number of a

station for which the guide channel number hasnot been set previously. If you receive your channels with a cable box

and if you have properly set your Controller,CABLE CH appears in place of VCR CH. Ifnot, refer to pages 15 17.

5

Check program dateThe PlusCode numberyou entered and thecorresponding timerrecording program is

displayed on theProgram screen. Checkto make sure it isaccurate.

To change the stop time, press STOP +/. To timer-record daily (MondayFriday) or

weekly serials, press DAILY (M-F) (number 8)or WEEKLY (number 9). DAILY orWEEKLY appears on the Program screen.Pressing the button again makes eachcorresponding display disappear.

If you made a mistake, pressCANCEL

to accessthe VCR Plus+ screen again and input thecorrect PlusCode number.

If an incorrect PlusCode number or the one fora broadcast already finished has been inputted,ERROR is displayed for about 5 seconds, thenthe VCR Plus+ screen reappears.

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Set tape speedPress SP/EP.

IMPORTANTIf you have moved to a different area or if a broadcastingstations channel number has been changed, the wrongVCR CH or CABLE CH number will be displayed on theProgram screen in step

5

. When this happens, set thecorrect guide channel number for that station. ( pg. 32,Changing VCR Plus+ Setting)

NOTES: Even if a power failure occurs, the VCR keeps your timer

programs. However, the clock time, channel settings, andother menu settings are lost.As a result, when the power is supplied again to this VCRafter the power failure, the following will take place.1. This VCR starts the Plug & Play setting automatically to

restore the clock time and channel setting.2. If the clock time and channel setting are restored correctly,

each timer program you have made will start at its start

time unless its end time has elapsed. To timer-record cable channels received through a cable box,

be sure to keep the cable box turned on.

GUIDE CHANNEL SET

GUIDE CH: 12VCR CH :

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)OR (5,), THEN (OK)PRESS (PROG.) TO END

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Return to normal screenPress PROG. or OK.PROGRAM COMPLETED appears on thescreen for about 5 seconds, then normal screenappears.

If PROGRAM NOT COMPLETED PROGRAM

OVERLAP appears, you have another programoverlapping the program you have just made.The Program Check screen appears andconflicting programs will start blinking.You can now correct the conflicting programs.See When programs overlap each other onpage 38.

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Engage timer recording standby modePress TIMER.The VCR turns off automatically and is

displayed on the front display panel.

To use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby

modePress TIMER to cancel the timer recording standbymode, then press POWER to turn on the VCR.DO NOT forget to put the VCR into timer recording standbymode again by pressing TIMER after you use the VCR;otherwise, you cannot record the broadcasts you want.When AUTO TIMER ( pg. 40) is set to ON, the

timer recording standby mode is automatically engaged

when the VCR is turned off. It is temporarily canceledwhen the VCR is turned on. You do not have to pressTIMER to engage or disengage the timer recordingstandby mode.

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32EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.)

ChangingVCR Plus+

SettingTurn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCRchannel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV.

IMPORTANTIf you have moved to a different area or if a broadcastingstations channel number has been changed, the wrongVCR CH or CABLE CH number will be displayed on theProgram screen ( step 5 on page 31). When thishappens, perform the following steps to set the correct

guide channel number for that station.

To ensure that VCR Plus+ timer recording operatescorrectly, it is necessary to set the VCR Plus+ GuideChannel Set for each station. Read the followinginformation carefully.

VCR Plus+ guide channel matchingThe VCR Plus+ programing system assigns a VCR Plus+guide channel to the TV channels and the cable

channels. These guide channel numbers are also calledthe VCR Plus+ channel codes. Most TV listings have asection, usually a chart, indicating the guide channelnumbers assigned to each station. For accurate VCRPlus+ programing, the VCR Plus+ guide channel numberfor each station should match the channel number onwhich it is received in your area.

NOTES: In many instances, the VCR Plus+ guide channel numbers for

cable and broadcast TV stations DO NOT match the channelnumber on which it is received by your VCR or cable box.Check your TV listing, or contact your cable supplier fordetails.

Many TV stations can be viewed on cable. Check your TVlisting, or contact your cable supplier for details.

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Access Initial Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move the

highlight bar (arrow) toINITIAL SET, thenpress OK or SHUTTLEPLUS#.

3

Access Guide Channel Set screenPress SHUTTLE PLUS%fi to move thehighlight bar (arrow) toGUIDE CHANNEL

SET, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

4

Input guide channel numberPress the Number keysor SHUTTLE PLUS%fito input the VCR Plus+guide channel numberas shown in the TVlisting, then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

If you receive yourchannels with a cablebox and if you haveproperly set your Controller, CABLE CHappears in place of VCR CH. If not, refer topages 15 17 and re-perform the procedure.

(Ex.) When inputting theguide channel number 6for WNJU(Ind.)

(Ex.) If WNJU(Ind.) isreceived on channel 47

GUIDE CHANNEL SET

GUIDE CH : 6VCR CH :

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0-9)OR (5,), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SETLANGUAGE ENGLISH

=GUIDE CHANNEL SETCABLE BOX SET

DBS RECEIVER SET


GUIDE CHANNEL SET

GUIDE CH : 6

VCR CH : 47

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0-9)OR (5,), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SETTUNER SET= INITIAL SET


5

Input receiving channel numberPress the Number keysor SHUTTLE PLUS%fito input the number ofthe channel on whichthe guide channels

broadcasts are received,then press OK orSHUTTLE PLUS#.

Repeat steps 4

and 5

for each instance.

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34 EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.)You can directly program the VCRs timer to record up to8 broadcasts, as far as a year in advance. Remember, theclock must be set before you can program the timer (pg. 8 or 10).

1

Load a cassette

Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not,cover the hole with adhesive tape, then load itinto the VCR.

The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset,automatically.

2

Access VCR PLUS+ screenPress PROG..

3

Access Program screenPress START +/ once.(If no program is stored,PROGRAM 1appears.)

4

Set program start timePress START +/repeatedly to enter the

time you wantrecording to start.

Press and hold START+/ to increase thetime in 30-minuteintervals.

5

Set program stop timePress STOP +/ repeatedly to enter the time youwant recording to stop.

Press and hold STOP +/ to increase the time in

30-minute intervals.

6

Set program datePress DATE +/. (The current date is displayed onthe screen. The date you enter appears in itsplace.)

7

Set channel numberPress CH +/.

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